Exclusive: UAE's G42 secures Nvidia's most advanced AI chips

Core Insights - The recent US approval is a significant development for G42, enhancing its strategic initiatives in building AI infrastructure in collaboration with US partners [1][3] - G42 aims to create a national scale AI infrastructure that emphasizes low latency environments and data sovereignty, supporting growth in clean energy and global compute capacity [2][10] Strategic Developments - G42 is on track to complete the first 200 megawatts of the Stargate UAE project with OpenAI by 2026, progressing towards a total of 1 gigawatt and eventually 5 gigawatts for the USU AI campus [5][14] - The company has been operating under US regulatory frameworks for years, ensuring compliance with rigorous security and reporting requirements set by the US government [6][11] Technology and Infrastructure - G42 has established a "regulated technology environment" to ensure the security of advanced technologies, akin to safeguards in nuclear energy programs [7][11] - The investment required for a gigawatt of AI compute infrastructure is estimated between $30 billion and $50 billion, including power generation and cooling systems [17] Competitive Landscape - The UAE and Saudi Arabia are competing for AI technology and investment, with both countries receiving advanced chips from US suppliers [19][20] - G42 emphasizes its early commitment and established international partnerships as key advantages over competitors, focusing on responsible AI propagation [21][22]